1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfa 6 | A3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |